Truck owner pleads guilty to federal charges in 2019 New Hampshire crash that killed 7 motorcyclists. Dunyadar Gasanov admitted to lying about his relationship with the driver, Volodymyr Zhukovskyy, who caused the crash. Gasanov faces up to 24 years in jail and a $750,000 fine for falsifying safety records. The crash occurred when Zhukovskyy, under the influence of drugs, collided with a group of motorcyclists. Despite being found not guilty of manslaughter, Zhukovskyy lost his license and won’t be eligible to get it back for another two years, per New Hampshire safety officials. Acting U.S. Attorney Joshua Levy emphasized the importance of upholding safety regulations for commercial vehicle operators to prevent tragic accidents. Dartanayan Gasanov, Dunyadar’s co-defendant, pleaded not guilty and awaits trial for similar charges. The plea highlights the seriousness of violating safety protocols and the consequences that result from negligence on the road. The tragic loss of seven lives in the crash serves as a stark reminder of the importance of adhering to safety regulations to protect all road users.
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